Flower facts

You can tell a lot about a person just from knowing what their birth flower is.

These flowers can act as a source of personal motivation or a thoughtful gift for someone facing challenges.

Learn more about the meaning of tulip colors and ways to enjoy this beautiful flower.

Learn about what type of flower best suits your mom's personality to make sure you get the best Mother's Day flowers for her.

Otherwise known as "50 Ways to Greet Your Mother."

Make sure the bouquet you get Mom conveys the right message.

Learn how this flower became intrinsically connected to Mother's Day as well as the significance of each carnation color.

Learn all about this fabled bloom, including what it symbolizes and how to care for it.

Did you know that most countries have a national flower? Learn about your national, or province's, flower and impress your friends!

Check out our list of common poisonous plants when eaten (or touched!) and learn about where they grow and the symptoms you could experience.

Each of these white blossoms has a rich history steeped in mythology, and embodies the essence of spring.

Flowers come in thousands of different shapes and color combinations, each with their own name and classification.

Sending flowers is a great way to add color and life to a hospital room or bedroom. Here are tips for choosing the perfect get well flowers.

These blooms not only evoke springtime but have an intrinsic connection to this sacred holiday.

Tulips are brightly colored and showy, but how much do you actually know about these springtime flowers?

Roses come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. Here's how to tell them apart and group them into categories.

These brilliantly colored blooms will add a whole new dimension to your yard.

From the 1st to the 50th, learn about the variety of wedding anniversary flowers by year.

Japanese flowers have always been part of the country's culture, from art and literature to music and fashion.

Grow these common varieties in your garden to keep away those pesky critters.

These plants may look look nice, but they can be an annoyance to gardeners.

The color of love characterizes some of the most beautiful flowers found anywhere in the world.

These blooms will bring a burst of sunshine to your garden.

The soft nature of these blooms is surpassed only by their beauty.

What these flowers lack in color they make up for in elegance.

Class up your outdoor space with these blooms that come in the color of royalty.

This list of Earth's finest fragrant florals was vetted by a botanist/perfumer, so you know it's legit.

While beauty may be in the eye of the beholder, these blooms are undeniably delightful to look at.

Get in the spring swing with these blooms that charm and enchant.

Each of these plants embodies the natural beauty of this ancient art form.

Spruce up your space with any of these plants that bloom during the season of rebirth.

While the sunflower is the flower most closely associated with Ukraine, the country also has strong ties to other plants.

While many are aware of the decorative benefits of plants, few realize they have the ability to improve your mental and physical health.

Besides just decorating our desks, having plants throughout the office can make us smile and feel better.

This musical bouquet features everything from ’80s rock anthems to opera pieces.

Learn about the most popular flowering plants for your garden and how to care for them.

Book a trip to one of these locales to take in some stunning floral displays.

Learn about these dozen blooms that either grow in or are native to the Emerald Isle.

These lovely perennials are coveted for their sweet-looking blossoms and the wide variety of colors they come in.

Celebrate peak tulip season with our tulip tips, from selecting the perfect bulb to aftercare.

Find out what makes each category of these spring blooms beautiful and unique.

It seems like tulips are loved by everyone around the world,, but folks in The Netherlands may love them the most.

If spring has sprung, then it's time for these two cheerful blooms to shine.

Whether planting them in your yard or displaying them as décor, these feel-good flowers have a lot to offer.

Learning these carnation facts will give you many reasons to buy that special someone a bouquet of these classic blooms.

Some of the most famous writers in history have mused on the beloved flower.

The most iconic flower of all is blooming with significance.

Make sure you're conveying the right sentiment when you give these blooms to a friend or loved one.

Learn these words to impress your friends, family, or significant other and leave them smiling.

These classic and much-beloved blooms signal to the world that summer is here.

Help beat the cold-weather blues with winter flowers, which help boost morale and add beauty to the home.

Let these words stand as proof that our world is filled beauty, positivity, and, above all, goodness.

If you’re looking to save time, money, and energy on your spring garden, perennials are the way to go.

Learn about the meaning of spring, from how the season got its name to its astronomical meaning.

These cheerful blooms radiate joy wherever they go — as long as you care for them properly.

A beautiful way to show a friend you care about them is by sending flowers that symbolize friendship.

From the amount of chocolate that's purchased to the number of cards that are exchanged, these facts will blow your mind.

From the profound to the absurd, these utterances will lift your spirits...and make you laugh.

These flowers possess unique beauty, and are not as hard to grow as you might think.

These magical blooms make an elegant — and long-lasting — gift.

Read on for the full sunflower life cycle – from seedling to petal.

Money does not grow on trees, but this lucky houseplant may bring you good fortune.

These brightly colored beauties embody the spirit of fall, and everything the season stands for.

These delightful blooms capture the essence of the transition from summer to autumn.

Learn how to enhance your home and outdoor space with these beautiful blooms.

These tips will help you extend the life of your beautiful blooms.

Learn all about your astrological flower based on your zodiac sign.

Read up on the most popular Christmas flowers and how you can merry-fy your home with them this season.

Introducing the Baby Rubber Plant, 1-800-Flowers.com's 2022 Plant of the Year.

Bring the feel of a wild garden into your home or office with these natural-looking blooms.

From roses to orchids, these blooms will help you express your love in the most heartfelt way.

From garden roses to gardenias, here are the most popular wedding flowers and their meanings.

This guide will help you grow perfect peonies, whether in your garden or home.

There’s more to it than just plopping them into a vase.

Learn all about the meaning of flower colors.

These blooms brave the cold temps to provide us — and their surroundings — with warmth.

Nothing says the holiday season like these two classic blooms.

Learn about the most popular types of Christmas greens that you can use to decorate this season.

It's a tale that begins in a Japanese lab and ends — if you're lucky — on your countertop.

Which conifer is your perfect match? Find out with our handy — and informative! — guide.

While you may not be all that familiar with them, you’ve probably come into contact with an aquatic plant or two before.

Learn about the quintessential Christmas flower and how it can bring cheer into your home.

It should come as no surprise that the birth flowers for the last full month of summer are two incredibly vibrant and captivating specimens.

One grows high into the air, the other on water ― but both are steeped in history and meaning.

Plus, we outline the painstaking process of creating new rose cultivars.

Given the growing phenomenon of "painted flowers", we are taking a look at colored orchids to explain how they achieve their beautiful and enhanced colors.

Whether you use lavender essential oil or drink lavender tea, there are many ways to enjoy this extraordinary plant.

Learn what plants are poisonous to dogs and cats, and which ones are safe to keep around your furry friends.

This flowers carries with it a mystique and charm few others can match.

You may know what a flower looks like, but can you name all its parts?

Impress your friends with your newfound knowledge of how to say "flower" in different languages.

One's a flower and the other's a type of wine, and their connection goes beyond their rosy color.

These beautiful blooms radiate elegance that is unmatched by any other flower.

Learn what distinguishes these two types of flowers so you can decide which one is more suitable for your home or garden.

These daisy facts include where this flower comes from, the many different types of daisies, and what daisies symbolize.

Here’s how to say the word “rose” in everything from Arabic to Zulu.

Learn some fun facts about winter, from winter plants to snowflakes and more.

This timeless bloom represents unity, beauty, and love, making it the perfect choice for this honor — and the time we're living in.

Learn how to choose and care for these beautiful and exotic flowers.

Learn all about hydrangea plants, from where they grow to the meaning behind them.